Instructor I - Recreation 2026

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Training

Job summary

City of Wichita is seeking a part-time Instructor for Park and Recreation to design and lead engaging classes across city facilities. The role involves creating course descriptions, lesson plans, and teaching activities in arts, sports, or playground programs for diverse participants.

The position is limited part-time with variable hours, not union-represented, and may require outdoor work and basic custodial duties. Training and scheduling flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the subject or activity to be taught.
• Ability to teach students with a wide variety of experience and aptitude.
• Ability to develop a class plan, and to organize and conduct classes according to the plan.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Six months of experience and/or education in the subject or activity.

Responsibilities

• Designing the course and writing course descriptions.
• Developing and submitting a lesson plan and materials list.
• Instructs classes, activities, or games in an area of expertise.
• Keeps rosters and notifies supervisor of schedule changes.
• Organizes materials for class instruction and completes preparation.

Skills

Instructor experience

Class planning

Effective communication

Job description

Distinguishing Features of Work

As an Instructor for Park and Recreation, you will play a vital role in delivering dynamic and engaging classes and activities at various City facilities, including Recreation Centers, Athletics programs, Tennis Centers, Watson Park, and golf course clubhouses. This limited part-time role offers a unique opportunity to share your expertise and passion in subjects such as arts, crafts, sports, music, or playground activities, enriching the lives of participants of all ages and backgrounds. You will design and lead interactive programs that cater to varying experience levels, ensuring each participant feels included and inspired. Your role may extend to coordinating class logistics, managing materials, and guiding fellow instructors, all while creating a welcoming environment that promotes community connection, physical fitness, and lifelong learning. This flexible position offers the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in your community through high-quality recreational experiences.

THIS IS A LIMITED PART-TIME POSITION

The day and hours for this position: varies

Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation

• Posting may close at any time**

Examples of Work Performed

• Designing the course and writing course descriptions.
• Developing and submitting a lesson plan and materials list.
• Effectively conveying the information that was advertised to participants.
• Keeping track of class rosters.
• Notifying the appropriate supervisor if any changes occur in the class schedule content or the instructor's ability to conduct the class.
• If applicable, turning in time sheets by the dates specified in order for prompt payment to be made.
• Instructs classes, activities, or games in an area of expertise.
• Works directly with class participants.
• Organizes materials for class instruction and completes preparation accordingly.
• Perform basic custodial duties.
• Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Considerable knowledge of the subject or activity to be taught
• Sufficient skill in the subject or activity to be credible as an instructor
• Ability to teach students who have a wide variety of experience and aptitude
• Ability to develop a class plan, and to organize and conduct classes according to the plan
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and/or by whatever creative means are necessary to cross communication barriers
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, furniture and/or supplies required for the assigned activity
• May require ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions
• May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions
• May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Six months of experience and/or education in the subject or activity to demonstrate the necessary skill level to be effective in teaching class and/or conducting activities and games.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience And Training

• Six months of experience teaching or conducting activities in a recreational, educational, or related setting.
• Six months of experience developing class plans, lesson outlines, or course descriptions.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/f

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

The City of Wichita is committed to providing a competitive pay and benefits package that helps the City hire and keep good employees. Find out more about what the City offers in the following sections.

Seasonal/Part-time-Limited Benefits Include

• Employee Assistance Program
• Training